AI summit statement delayed to ‘maximise’ signatories, says India
India's IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that a declaration on how the world should handle artificial intelligence will be issued by national delegations at an AI summit in New Delhi, with over 70 signatories. The statement is expected to address societal benefits of multilingual AI translation, job disruption concerns, and data center electricity consumption, but analysts predict it may lack concrete commitments due to vague promises from previous summits. The UN will establish a panel on AI governance, while the US delegation emphasized the importance of avoiding centralized control over generative AI.
22 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi highlighted advancements in artificial intelligence, including its use in animal care and livestock management, during his "Mann Ki Baat" radio broadcast.
— The Hindu
The India AI Impact Summit concluded with the signing of a New Delhi Declaration emphasizing equitable AI distribution and showcasing India's AI advancements in various sectors.
28 FEB 2026
— South China Morning Post
India's government has committed over US$200 billion to AI and deep-tech initiatives, but experts warn that workforce reskilling is crucial to avoid widening inequality.
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